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Fishing Report: Rainbows, Hatches, and Ideal Conditions in Salt Lake City Area
Artificial Lure here with your Salt Lake City area fishing report for Sunday, May 25, 2025.
We woke to clear skies and crisp temps in the upper 40s this morning, but expect a quick warmup to the upper 70s by this afternoon. Winds should stay light out of the southeast, making conditions just about perfect for a day on the water. Sunrise was at 6:08 AM and sunset will be at 8:46 PM. No tidal swings here in the valley, though if you’re out on the Great Salt Lake flats, keep an eye on those afternoon breezes which can pick up.
Fish activity is prime right now with plenty of options around Salt Lake City. Rainbow trout are the hot ticket, especially in the local community fisheries like Sandy Pond and the smaller creeks. Stocking trucks delivered hundreds of rainbows—ranging from 9 to 17 inches—just a few weeks back, and anglers are still reporting good numbers. Your best bet is going to be at dawn and dusk when the water is cooler and those rainbows are hugging the shoreline looking for a meal. PowerBait in green or chartreuse and nightcrawlers are both pulling in fish, and small silver spoons or Panther Martin spinners are working well for those fishing the shallows early and late[1][2][3].
If you’re looking for moving water, the Middle and Lower Provo River are fishing lights out right now. We’re seeing thick midge and blue winged olive mayfly hatches—really classic late spring stuff. Nymphing with black or brown zebra midges, or Jeong’s patterns, is steady in the mornings. By early afternoon, switch to dry flies and throw olive Comparaduns or gray No Seeums in sizes 18 to 20 for some exciting top water action. On cooler or cloudier days, expect the hatches to be even stronger, so don’t be afraid to work your flies through the lunch hour[5].
For hot spots, give Sandy Pond a shot for easy access and lots of rainbows, or head to the Middle Provo River below Jordanelle for superb fly action. If you want a quiet morning, the community ponds in the southern valley are also producing.
Grab your rod, get out there early or stay till dusk, and don’t forget the sunscreen. Tight lines from Artificial Lure!
We woke to clear skies and crisp temps in the upper 40s this morning, but expect a quick warmup to the upper 70s by this afternoon. Winds should stay light out of the southeast, making conditions just about perfect for a day on the water. Sunrise was at 6:08 AM and sunset will be at 8:46 PM. No tidal swings here in the valley, though if you’re out on the Great Salt Lake flats, keep an eye on those afternoon breezes which can pick up.
Fish activity is prime right now with plenty of options around Salt Lake City. Rainbow trout are the hot ticket, especially in the local community fisheries like Sandy Pond and the smaller creeks. Stocking trucks delivered hundreds of rainbows—ranging from 9 to 17 inches—just a few weeks back, and anglers are still reporting good numbers. Your best bet is going to be at dawn and dusk when the water is cooler and those rainbows are hugging the shoreline looking for a meal. PowerBait in green or chartreuse and nightcrawlers are both pulling in fish, and small silver spoons or Panther Martin spinners are working well for those fishing the shallows early and late[1][2][3].
If you’re looking for moving water, the Middle and Lower Provo River are fishing lights out right now. We’re seeing thick midge and blue winged olive mayfly hatches—really classic late spring stuff. Nymphing with black or brown zebra midges, or Jeong’s patterns, is steady in the mornings. By early afternoon, switch to dry flies and throw olive Comparaduns or gray No Seeums in sizes 18 to 20 for some exciting top water action. On cooler or cloudier days, expect the hatches to be even stronger, so don’t be afraid to work your flies through the lunch hour[5].
For hot spots, give Sandy Pond a shot for easy access and lots of rainbows, or head to the Middle Provo River below Jordanelle for superb fly action. If you want a quiet morning, the community ponds in the southern valley are also producing.
Grab your rod, get out there early or stay till dusk, and don’t forget the sunscreen. Tight lines from Artificial Lure!
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By Quiet. PleaseArtificial Lure here with your Salt Lake City area fishing report for Sunday, May 25, 2025.
We woke to clear skies and crisp temps in the upper 40s this morning, but expect a quick warmup to the upper 70s by this afternoon. Winds should stay light out of the southeast, making conditions just about perfect for a day on the water. Sunrise was at 6:08 AM and sunset will be at 8:46 PM. No tidal swings here in the valley, though if you’re out on the Great Salt Lake flats, keep an eye on those afternoon breezes which can pick up.
Fish activity is prime right now with plenty of options around Salt Lake City. Rainbow trout are the hot ticket, especially in the local community fisheries like Sandy Pond and the smaller creeks. Stocking trucks delivered hundreds of rainbows—ranging from 9 to 17 inches—just a few weeks back, and anglers are still reporting good numbers. Your best bet is going to be at dawn and dusk when the water is cooler and those rainbows are hugging the shoreline looking for a meal. PowerBait in green or chartreuse and nightcrawlers are both pulling in fish, and small silver spoons or Panther Martin spinners are working well for those fishing the shallows early and late[1][2][3].
If you’re looking for moving water, the Middle and Lower Provo River are fishing lights out right now. We’re seeing thick midge and blue winged olive mayfly hatches—really classic late spring stuff. Nymphing with black or brown zebra midges, or Jeong’s patterns, is steady in the mornings. By early afternoon, switch to dry flies and throw olive Comparaduns or gray No Seeums in sizes 18 to 20 for some exciting top water action. On cooler or cloudier days, expect the hatches to be even stronger, so don’t be afraid to work your flies through the lunch hour[5].
For hot spots, give Sandy Pond a shot for easy access and lots of rainbows, or head to the Middle Provo River below Jordanelle for superb fly action. If you want a quiet morning, the community ponds in the southern valley are also producing.
Grab your rod, get out there early or stay till dusk, and don’t forget the sunscreen. Tight lines from Artificial Lure!
We woke to clear skies and crisp temps in the upper 40s this morning, but expect a quick warmup to the upper 70s by this afternoon. Winds should stay light out of the southeast, making conditions just about perfect for a day on the water. Sunrise was at 6:08 AM and sunset will be at 8:46 PM. No tidal swings here in the valley, though if you’re out on the Great Salt Lake flats, keep an eye on those afternoon breezes which can pick up.
Fish activity is prime right now with plenty of options around Salt Lake City. Rainbow trout are the hot ticket, especially in the local community fisheries like Sandy Pond and the smaller creeks. Stocking trucks delivered hundreds of rainbows—ranging from 9 to 17 inches—just a few weeks back, and anglers are still reporting good numbers. Your best bet is going to be at dawn and dusk when the water is cooler and those rainbows are hugging the shoreline looking for a meal. PowerBait in green or chartreuse and nightcrawlers are both pulling in fish, and small silver spoons or Panther Martin spinners are working well for those fishing the shallows early and late[1][2][3].
If you’re looking for moving water, the Middle and Lower Provo River are fishing lights out right now. We’re seeing thick midge and blue winged olive mayfly hatches—really classic late spring stuff. Nymphing with black or brown zebra midges, or Jeong’s patterns, is steady in the mornings. By early afternoon, switch to dry flies and throw olive Comparaduns or gray No Seeums in sizes 18 to 20 for some exciting top water action. On cooler or cloudier days, expect the hatches to be even stronger, so don’t be afraid to work your flies through the lunch hour[5].
For hot spots, give Sandy Pond a shot for easy access and lots of rainbows, or head to the Middle Provo River below Jordanelle for superb fly action. If you want a quiet morning, the community ponds in the southern valley are also producing.
Grab your rod, get out there early or stay till dusk, and don’t forget the sunscreen. Tight lines from Artificial Lure!